1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (180 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 730 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
