2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 665 kg more than 1977 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | X-Type | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
