2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 131 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1968 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 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Stilo | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
