1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
