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 @ 4600 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 694 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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 | 2194 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 | 4600 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 | 161 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1750 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 |