1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 1975 Seat 131 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar MK V (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 685 kg more than 1975 Seat 131. 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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | MK V | 131 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
