1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 505 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
