1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 865 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | XK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 75 L |
