1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 840 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
