1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1976 Seat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 813 kg more than 1976 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 1976 Seat 131 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | 420G | 131 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2500 mm |