2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 48 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, 2004 Hyundai Accent (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Accent 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 275 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2004 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Accent | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accent | Ponton |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |