2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Idea, 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, 2006 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Idea | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
