1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 13 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | W 111 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
