2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 790 kg more than 1969 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | E | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
