1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jaguar MK VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Jaguar MK VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | MK VII | Altea |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
