1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 132 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
