1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 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 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Abarth 2400 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2400 | C |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |