1944 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1944 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1944 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1944 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:
| 1944 Fiat 500 | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
