1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 254 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
