1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500.
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.
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1949 Fiat 500 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | Vito |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |