1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 46 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 9 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2002 Mini One. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | 220 | One |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
