1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 280 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 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | E |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
