1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 has automatic transmission and 1963 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1963 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 280 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2744 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |