1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 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), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1217 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 850 | XJS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 82 L |