1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2400 | 230 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3060 mm |