1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1971 Fiat 124 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3060 mm |
