1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
