1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 47 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1210 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | Viano |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |