1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 385 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 1958 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | MK VIII | Altea |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
