1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (123 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1620 kg |
