1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 620 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
