1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Seat 131 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 641 kg more than 1978 Seat 131. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | MK IX | 131 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
