1997 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 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 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic, 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, 1997 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | 220 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
