1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1018 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, 2005 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2005 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3040 mm |
