1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 12 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 30 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | W 111 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
