1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 905 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
