1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
