1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 515 kg more than 1964 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berline | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
