1998 Kia Joice vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1959 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Joice | 220 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |