1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 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 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 595 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
