1975 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 628 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 687 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
