1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1180 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1100 | C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
