1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 190 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
