1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | ML |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
