1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 220 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
