1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 59 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1951 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1951 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | G |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
