1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 920 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. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
