1962 Fiat 500 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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 800 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.

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 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Fiat 500 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model 500 190
Year Released 1962 1990
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 2461 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 3190 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 1950 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 70 L