1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 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 3,227 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 820 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1200 | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
