1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 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 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 699 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
