1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 905 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | CLC |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |