1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1059 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
