1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1966 Jaguar 420G is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 988 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | 420G |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
