1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 280 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1900 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
