1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 132 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |
