1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1972 Abarth 124 is newer by 13 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, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1320 kg |
