1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 705 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
