2001 Kia Visto vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 946 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Visto | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visto | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
