1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 27 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 264 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 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |
