2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 49 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Punto | W 111 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |