1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
