1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. 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 Ford Festiva, 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 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Festiva | 220 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |