1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 1050 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 500 | XJ220 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |