1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
