1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 45 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500.
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. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1500 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 81 L |
