1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
