1973 Fiat 125 vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 125. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 125 | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 125 | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
