1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 29 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt 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 125 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Colt | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Colt | W 111 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |