1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 805 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
