1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 855 kg more than 1959 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 C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
