1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 50 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 620 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1795 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
