1956 Fiat 600 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 644 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 660 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
