1964 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (221 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 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, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | 3.8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
