1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 2250 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 100 L |
