1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 780 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 128 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
