1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1530 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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | Viano |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 27 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |