1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 45 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
