2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fiesta | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
