1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 56 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 523 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 32 L |
