1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 781 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |
