1970 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (357 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1970 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1970 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1970 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jaguar E-Type | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | E-Type | 130 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
