1975 Fiat 133 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 133 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3150 mm |
