1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 888 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3400 mm |
