1957 Abarth 600 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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,312 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 805 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
