1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | C 111 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
