1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 470 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 300 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |