1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 44 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1353 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 785 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 600 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | CL |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2183 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2955 mm |