1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1969 Fiat Dino is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 106 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dino | 170 V |
Year Released | 1969 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |