2005 Honda Fit vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit, 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fit | 250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
