1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 815 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1200 | S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
