1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 133 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 133 | 200 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |