1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 835 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
Model | MK VIII | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 35 L |