1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, 1969 Simca 1100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 1969 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1969 Simca 1100. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | W 111 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
