1994 Fiat 126 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 Fiat 126. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat 126 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
