1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 268 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
