1984 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 730 kg more than 1984 Fiat 131. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 131 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 131 | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |
