1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 51 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, 2005 Seat Leon (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 220 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
