1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1960 kg more than 1959 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | CLC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 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 |
