1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (186 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (271 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cabriolet | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
