1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 38 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
