1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
