1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Because 1958 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 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo, 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 Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2005 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 220 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
