1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 56 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 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | C |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 229 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 | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
