1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 47 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 724 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1684 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 |
