1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 128 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
