1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1970 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 190 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
