1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1976 Fiat 133 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (170 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1976 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
