1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 851 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1233 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 6208 cc |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
