1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2013 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 870 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Fiat Strada 2013 Jaguar XK
Make Fiat Jaguar
Model Strada XK
Year Released 1981 2013
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1995 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 542 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 681 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 300 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4794 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1322 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2752 mm


 

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