1941 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500.
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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1941 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1941 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1941 Fiat 500 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | Viano |
Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |