1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 335 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berline | C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
