1976 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
