1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 58 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 250 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2431 mm |
