1962 Jaguar MK X vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 1970 Seat 1430 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 966 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Jaguar MK X | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | MK X | 1430 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |