1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 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 127 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
