1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 264 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1134 kg |
