1957 Fiat 1900 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1900 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1900.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1900 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1900 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |
