1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | G |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
