1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 2 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 110 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 127 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
