2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 112 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fiesta | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
