1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1968 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 850 | XJS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 82 L |