2002 Honda Acty vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Because 1956 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, 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, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Acty | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Acty | Ponton |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 110 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1210 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |