1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | G |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
