1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
