1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 839 kg more than 1972 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 124 | MK IX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |