1991 Ford Corsair vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1991 Ford Corsair is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Because 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S 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 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair, 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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Corsair | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corsair | 170S |
Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |