1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 130 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 104 L |