1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. 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 E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1474 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2874 mm |