1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131.
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 Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 131 | Vito |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
