2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Punto | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
