1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1961 Lancia Appia is newer by 2 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 35 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Appia | W 111 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |