1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1970 Seat 1500
To start off, 1970 Seat 1500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1970 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:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1970 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 220 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
