1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 138 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
