1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
