1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 868 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 81 L |
