1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8

To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Fiat 500 2002 Jaguar XK8
Make Fiat Jaguar
Model 500 XK8
Year Released 1962 2002
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.1:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 485 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 2980 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 75 L


 

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