2001 Honda Insight vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight, 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
