1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 48 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | W 111 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
