2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1960 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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 XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Bravo | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
