1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 730 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
