1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 425 kg more than 1951 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | C |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
