1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 133 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 133 | C |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2970 mm |