1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 45 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1530 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.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3010 mm |
