1979 Fiat 133 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1979 Fiat 133 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1979 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
