1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1960 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 220 | 600 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |