2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 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 35 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C3 | W 111 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |