1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 128 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
