1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1963 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 500 | XJ |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 82 L |