1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 (58 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 935 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
