1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 759 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1200 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |
