1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2002 Opel Agila
To start off, 2002 Opel Agila is newer by 43 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 36 more horse power than 2002 Opel Agila. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Opel Agila. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Agila. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2002 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | W 111 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
