1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 710 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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 S-Type (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
