2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seicento | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
