1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 885 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
