1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Jaguar 240 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 1969 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jaguar 240 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | 240 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
