1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2010 Jaguar XJ 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 850 | XJ |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 85 L |