1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 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 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 169 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 145 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
