1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | C 111 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1592 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
