1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
