1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 36 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 910 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
