1975 Fiat 133 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 963 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 133 | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
