1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (120 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 460 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | W 111 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1780 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
