1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 682 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 128 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
