1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 508 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mirafiori | C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
