1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 1966 Seat 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar MK IX | 1966 Seat 600 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | MK IX | 600 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |