1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1200 | XF |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 Length | 3930 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
