2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 40 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stilo | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
