1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
