1979 Fiat 133 vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 133 | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 133 | XJS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |