1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 915 kg more than 1959 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 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |