1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 131 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
