1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 999 kg more than 1969 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 C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 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 | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
