1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 132 | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2752 mm |
