1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 38 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 245 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
