1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,950 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 62 L |
