1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1962 Abarth 600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 692 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
