1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 28 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2920 mm |
