1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1253 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1200 | ML |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 83 L |
