1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111

To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 850 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
Make Abarth Mercedes-Benz
Model 850 W 111
Year Released 1959 1968
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 847 cc 2306 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 179 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 55 L


 

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