1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1170 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3910 mm |
