1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 904 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
