1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 126 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
