1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 850 | XJ |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3040 mm |