1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 32 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 956 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | GL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
