1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131.
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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 131 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
