1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
