1972 Fiat 130 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 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
