1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 61 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 220 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
