1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. 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 S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 755 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |
