1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
