1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2026 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3910 mm |
