1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 929 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
