2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 704 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | XF | 131 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
