1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 815 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
