1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 36 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 775 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | CLC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
