1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 51 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 205 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berline | SLK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
