1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
