1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (132 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | 190 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |