1989 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 578 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130. 1976 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | XJR-11 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1450 mm |
