1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1969 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 730 kg more than 1969 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |