1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 566 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | E |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
