2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Panda | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
