1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | SC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
