1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 57 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 600 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | SL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2585 mm |
