1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, both 1991 Fiat Tipo and 1991 Jaguar XJS were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Tipo | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Tipo | XJS |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |