1997 Kia Retona vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Retona | 220 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
