2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 293 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1958 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 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jazz | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
