1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1964 Fiat 850 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3310 mm |
