1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1964 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1962 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, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 1300 | 3.8 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |