1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 56 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 39 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight, 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 190 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
