1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 88 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 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
Model | W 111 | C3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |