1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1963 Skoda 1202 is newer by 7 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1963 Skoda 1202. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | 220 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |