2003 Kia Visto vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2003 Kia Visto is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Visto, 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visto | 220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
