1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 960 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
