1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1945 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:
1945 Fiat 500 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | 300 |
Year Released | 1945 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |