1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 49 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra 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 | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | W 111 | Micra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |