1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 888 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 600 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |