1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
