1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1727 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 750 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model 750 Sprinter
Year Released 1959 2011
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 746 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 41 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 2312 kg
Vehicle Length 3290 mm 5906 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 2446 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3665 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 100 L


 

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