1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1915 kg more than 1948 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. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2990 mm |
