1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 64 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1163 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. 2012 Jaguar XF 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. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | XF |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2908 mm |
