1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 2000 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |