1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 910 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1100 | SL |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 73.5 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 | 850 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |