2006 Honda Insight vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Insight | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
