1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1227 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
