1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 40 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 18 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 284 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | 240 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
