1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1959 Abarth 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (78 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 78 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3310 mm |