2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 53 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 29 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Idea | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Idea | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 159 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 | 1150 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |