1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 37 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 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 972 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.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 61 L |
