1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 36 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 116 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
