1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
