1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | XK | 130 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
