1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Marbella, 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 220 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
