2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK8 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
Model | XK8 | 131 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |