1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
