1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mono 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
