1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Renault Clio is newer by 40 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 35 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1999 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | W 111 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
