1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | E |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
