1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 131 | 300B |
Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |