1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 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 3,224 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 930 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3224 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
