1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 1968 Fiat 600. 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 (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3157 mm |
