1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 190 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
