1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2300 | 220 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |