1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 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 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 625 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1300 | S |
Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |