1943 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 887 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Fiat 500 | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
