1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 130 | B |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
