1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 895 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
