1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1973 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | 240 | 124 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |