1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 516 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1100 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1100 | C |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 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 | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |