1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline.
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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berline | Viano |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |