1972 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 532 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | Ponton |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |