1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 46 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 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
