2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | Viano | 130 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
