1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 295 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2400 | 220 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 178 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 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |