1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 44 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 61 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | W 111 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
