1964 Jaguar Type S vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar Type S (208 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 661 kg more than 1979 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, 1964 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar Type S | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | Type S | 131 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
