1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1978 Fiat 133 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 762 kg more than 1978 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, 1962 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2900 mm |
