1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 735 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
