1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | 230 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2310 mm |
