1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
