1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Uno | 220 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
