1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 700 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
