1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Ponton | Sparky |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |