1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 34 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
