1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alfasud | W 111 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |