1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 742 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK IX 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 1959 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK IX | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | MK IX | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
