2003 Holden Zafira vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 47 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Zafira | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zafira | 220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
