1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mono 1000 | C |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |