1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 35 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 (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | SC | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
