1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 195 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 131 | 300 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |