1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
