1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 1978 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1947 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | Mark IV | 131 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2500 mm |
