1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 574 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 131 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
