1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 389 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
