2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1978 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | S-Type | 133 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2030 mm |
