1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 43 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500.
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. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
