1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1500 | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |