1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 938 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 850 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2920 mm |