1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | 280 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |