1952 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1952 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1952 Fiat 500 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
