1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 875 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | S |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3035 mm |
