1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 128 | 170S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
