1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 90 L |
