1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 37 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | ML |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
