1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1954 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
