1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 36 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
