1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1152 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | 500 | XJS |
Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |