1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2400 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 120 L |
