1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (89 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 875 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (154 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
