1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 35 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | A |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |