1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
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 CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 850 | CLS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2874 mm |