1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
