1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1983 Zastava 2101 is newer by 27 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 36 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1983 Zastava 2101. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | 220 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
