1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 850 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2870 mm |