1976 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 34 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1006 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | XK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2751 mm |
