1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 524 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
