1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 760 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
