1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
