1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 44 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 300 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2400 | 220 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |