1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 450 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1300 | C |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 85.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |