2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 52 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 624 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C3 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
