1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 915 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 69 L |
