1957 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | CLK |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 69 L |