1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 52 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 2025 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
