1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1020 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
