1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 220 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2060 mm |
