1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 1951 Jaguar Type-C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar Type-C weights approximately 480 kg more than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | Type-C |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
