2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 941 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | CL | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2500 mm |
