1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 763 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2010 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 190 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
