1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 545 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (236 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
