1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XK | 124 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
