2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 41 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Idea | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
