1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 220 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
