1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (128 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 980 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mono 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 69 L |
