1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 40 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
