1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 590 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 964 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 90 L |
