1994 Mazda Midge vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (67 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 244 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge, 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Midge | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Midge | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
