1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1979 Seat 133
To start off, 1979 Seat 133 is newer by 13 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 116 more horse power than 1979 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1979 Seat 133. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1979 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 250 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
