1996 Honda CRX vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 40 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 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 1996 Honda CRX, 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 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CRX | 220 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |