1981 Audi 80 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 24 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 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 80 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
