1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flavia | 220 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
