1980 Fiat 131 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 131 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 131 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
