1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1971 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
