1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 980 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2950 mm |
