1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 331 kg more than 2001 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar Type S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar Type S | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | Type S | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
