1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
Because 1959 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte, 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, 2009 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 220 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
