1971 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 615 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (91 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Firenza | C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
