1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 750 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1000 | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |