1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 293 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 1500 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
