1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1987 Fiat 126 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
