1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
Model | 600 | Strada |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 58 L |