1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Clio (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 220 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
