1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1976 Seat 133
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 133 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1976 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1976 Seat 133 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XJS | 133 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |