1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3060 mm |
