1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | C |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |