1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 420 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 131 | 240 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |