1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 400 kg more than 1956 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
