1950 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Fiat 500 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
