1974 Seat 133 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 133 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1974 Seat 133. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Seat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3033 mm |
