1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF

To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Fiat 124 2009 Jaguar XF
Make Fiat Jaguar
Model 124 XF
Year Released 1970 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1592 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 95 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 436 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2920 mm


 

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