2005 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1958 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 1958 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 (149 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | Ponton |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |