1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 28 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 994 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 133 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| 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 | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3040 mm |
