1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,606 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 775 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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 E (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
