1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 54 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP) has 277 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1435 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | GL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 357 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3075 mm |
