1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1960 Morris Minor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 958 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 220 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
