1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 1800 | XJS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |