1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 255 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
