1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1993 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 203 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 | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
