1978 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-3 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-3 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
