1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 1971 Seat 1430 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | Mark IV | 1430 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2430 mm |