1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | SE |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |