1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 36 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | SL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
