2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | S-Type | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
