1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1978 Zastava 1500 is newer by 19 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 20 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1500. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
Model | W 111 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |