1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
