1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 250 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
