1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 420 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, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 132 | 1981 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 132 | S |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |