1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1966 Seat 1500
To start off, 1966 Seat 1500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1966 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Seat 1500 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1966 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | C-Type | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
