1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 594 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 132 | SLS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
