1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 316 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1968 Jaguar Type S 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 1968 Jaguar Type S. 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 (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Coupe | Type S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
