1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 37 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | ML |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
