1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 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 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 826 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2840 mm |
