1954 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1974 Seat 1430 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | S | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
