1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1950 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1950 Jaguar XK (290 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1950 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1950 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 1500 | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |