1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
