1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 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 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Coupe | 240 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
