1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
