1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 797 kg more than 1977 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 126 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 126 | W 110 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |