1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 55 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 345 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. 2004 Jaguar XJ 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. 2004 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1500 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
