1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1967 Fiat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 522 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, 1962 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
