1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 55 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1028 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. 2003 Jaguar XK 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. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | XK |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
