1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1965 Fiat Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 243 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Coupe | XK |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |