1964 Jaguar MK X vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 680 kg more than 1979 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, 1964 Jaguar MK X (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK X | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | MK X | 131 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
