1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1035 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | C |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |