2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 700 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jaguar XJS 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 1985 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada, 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Strada | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
