1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 820 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
