1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 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 122 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 65 L |
