1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1958 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 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 220 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
