1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 53 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 949 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2012 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 1200 | XJ |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 82 L |