1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1972 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 780 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |
