1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 505 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | SL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
