1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 90 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (154 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 132 | E |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
