1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 220 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
