1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 60 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 668 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | E |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1798 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
