1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 256 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1994 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1994 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
