1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 330 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berline | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
