1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2500 mm |
