1982 Fiat 127 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1982 Fiat 127 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 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 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 127, 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 127 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
