1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1800 | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |