1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | C |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |