2005 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Because 1955 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 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (155 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | Ponton |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |