1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 220 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
