1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 45 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 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | W 111 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
