2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Because 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto, 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Picanto | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
