1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 525 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Berline | XJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3032 mm |
