1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1971 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1971 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | 220 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |