1991 Mazda 323 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1991 Mazda 323 is newer by 35 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1991 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 323 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 323 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
