1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1185 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | E |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |