1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | E | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
