1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1969 Seat 1500
To start off, 1969 Seat 1500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1969 Seat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1969 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 500 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
