1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (350 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 945 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
