1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (201 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 660 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1300 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1300 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 69 L |
