1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 320 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
