1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 50 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | W 111 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
