1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 996 kg more than 1970 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 500 | MK II |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |