1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 220 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
