1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1900 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |