2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 1954 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | 220 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |