1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 270 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (341 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berline | C |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |