1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 550 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 131 | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
