1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar XJ (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
