1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 742 kg more than 1969 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
