1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 29 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 390 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
