1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 760 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cabriolet | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |
