1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 950 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | 220 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |