1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 525 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1976 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1976 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 131 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
