1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1972 Fiat 850 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 850 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |