1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, both 1941 Fiat 500 and 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 were released in the same year (1941). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Fiat 500 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | 230 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3060 mm |