1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
