1969 Fiat 128 vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, both 1969 Fiat 128 and 1969 Jaguar 240 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1969 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 128, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 128. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 128 | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 128 | 240 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |