1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1900 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
