1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 350 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 S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
