1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 42 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | W 111 | A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
