1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
