1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (205 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 380 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
