1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 45 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1220 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 737 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
