1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | CL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
