1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 49 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 990 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
