1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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 C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | C |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |