1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 565 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1500 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 77 L |
