1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. 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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 190 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
