1975 Fiat 131 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1975 Fiat 131 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 131 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
