1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125.
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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 125 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
