1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 855 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1400 | S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |
