1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 131 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
