1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
