1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | B |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |
