1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 710 kg more than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cabriolet | E |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |