1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vivace | 170S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
