1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XF |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2909 mm |
