1957 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 543 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XK | 124 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
