1956 Abarth Renault vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1956 Abarth Renault is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 320 kg more than 1956 Abarth Renault.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Renault | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
