1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
