1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1200 | 300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |