1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 38 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1020 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2006 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 850 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
