1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tempra | 240 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |