1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | R |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| 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 | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
