1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (350 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 790 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
