1993 Innocenti Koral vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180
To start off, 1993 Innocenti Koral is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 (45 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 should accelerate faster than 1993 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Innocenti Koral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Innocenti Koral, 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Innocenti Koral | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Koral | 180 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |