1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 745 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
