1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 73 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
