1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 49 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
