1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 895 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
