2006 Fiat Albea vs. 1960 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2006 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jaguar 3.8 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 1960 Jaguar 3.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Albea, 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Albea | 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Albea | 3.8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 54 L |