1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 52 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
Model | W 111 | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |