1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 315 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zeta | 220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
