1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 1962 Seat 1400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 215 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | W 110 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |