1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1962 Seat 1400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 295 kg more than 1962 Seat 1400. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | SC | 1400 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |