1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 825 kg more than 1955 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | E |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
