1966 Fiat 850 vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1966 Fiat 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 894 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. 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, 1963 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 850 | Type S |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |