1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1300 | S |
Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |