1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 131 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
