1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe

To start off, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 775 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Fiat 125 2001 Jaguar R Coupe
Make Fiat Jaguar
Model 125 R Coupe
Year Released 1968 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1608 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 525 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2900 mm


 

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