1972 Fiat 132 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1972 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 132. (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 132 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3050 mm |
