1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1590 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 944 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | CL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2954 mm |
