1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 51 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 865 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Abarth 850 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 850 | SLK |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |