1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 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) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | W 111 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
