2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
Model | XJ6 | 130 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |