1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1963 Jaguar MK X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1960 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | MK X |
Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 3780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |