1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,777 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | SE |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
