1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 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 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 120 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.
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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
