1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
