1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 280 | 124 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |