1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 1981 Seat 131 is newer by 22 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 41 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Seat 131. 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 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1981 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | W 111 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
