1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 28 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 946 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | SL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
