1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
