1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 34 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 601 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 131 | SLS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
