1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 32 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 636 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | CL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2960 mm |
