2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Picasso | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
