1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1989 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
