1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 575 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | XJS | Fit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
