1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 29 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1356 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3210 mm |
