2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | X-Type | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
