1999 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 115 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | 220 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |