1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 655 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1400 | E |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |