1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP) has 326 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 964 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
