1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | W 111 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
