1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 671 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. 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, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 1500 | MK X |
Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |