1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 31 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 4 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lancia Dedra (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dedra | W 111 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |