1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 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 37 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1200 | W 111 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |