1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, both 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 and 1979 Seat 124 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 360 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 250 | 124 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |