1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 682 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1642 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
