1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1965 Jaguar MK II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 385 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. 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, 1965 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jaguar MK II | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | MK II | 1400 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 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 | 1450 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |