1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (153 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
