1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 522 kg more than 1975 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | MK II | 124 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
