1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2920 mm |
