2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rezzo | Ponton |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |