1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 922 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131. 2011 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. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Fiat 131 2011 Jaguar XJ
Make Fiat Jaguar
Model 131 XJ
Year Released 1976 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1295 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1942 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 5123 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1448 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3033 mm


 

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