1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 128 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3060 mm |
