1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 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 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 44 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo.
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, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | SC | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2327 cc |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |