1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 20 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 978 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat 126 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 126 | SLS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 702 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 575 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1623 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1262 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |