1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 127 | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
