1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 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 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 136 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
