1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 774 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
