1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 340 mm |
