1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 315 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berline | C |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 69 L |