1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1060 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
