1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600.
Because 1961 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 B (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | B |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2699 mm |
