1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1200 | C |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |