1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1967 Fiat 124 is newer by 15 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) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | XK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
