1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 880 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
