1945 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,096 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 985 kg more than 1945 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:
1945 Fiat 500 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 500 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1945 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |